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Lukas Birk: A Talk on Alaminüt Photography: Şip Şak! A Journey into Türkiye's Forgotten Street Photography

Lukas Birk

Oct 11, 2025

Oct 11, 2025

14:00 - 15:00

Join researcher and publisher Lukas Birk for a deep dive into Alaminut Photography—Turkey’s overlooked tradition of street portraiture, also known as “Şipşak.” Drawing on years of research and rare archival materials, Birk explores the photographers, techniques, and social context behind this uniquely local visual practice.

The talk will be held in English.

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With is international program, 212 Photography Istanbul is a city festival with its large scale of participants that expands horizons and encourages the culture and art audience to navigate different routes in Istanbul.

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Kemankeş Karamustafa Paşa Mah.

Ali Paşa Değirmeni Sok. No:16 Beyoğlu, İstanbul, Türkiye

CONTACT US

+90 212 232 42 88

contact@212photographyistanbul.com

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